Travelling from Lille Airport (LIL) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Lille Airport is located in Lille. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is two hours ahead of Lille.
To avoid rushing for your LIL to Istanbul flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from LIL to Istanbul with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Lille, LIL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near LIL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Lille Airport to Istanbul or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
70.42% of flights that take off from Lille Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lille Airport (LIL) to Istanbul
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lille Airport to Istanbul flight is RM446. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM804. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from LIL to Istanbul if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Lille Airport to Istanbul across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from LIL to Istanbul.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 50 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to IST if you're coming in on a late flight from Lille Airport to Istanbul. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Travel at your own speed with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and venture far and wide through Istanbul and beyond.
Booking your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from LIL to Istanbul can help you secure the lowest rate.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Following your flight from Lille Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Following your LIL to Istanbul flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to SAW. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare offers from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Plan your trip to Istanbul in high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Lille Airport to Istanbul in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Lille Airport to Istanbul flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LIL to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Istanbul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Istanbul right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Lille Airport to Istanbul:
The Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Istanbul to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Galata Tower.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without experiencing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.